Robert Bengston '60

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Lucky Bag

ROBERT GLENN BENGSTON

Newport, Rhode Island

"Benger" came to the Academy from Severn Prep School. He took an active part in many activities, one of which was becoming an indispensable member of the varsity tennis squad. In addition to extracurricular activities, "Benger" will be best remembered for his ready smile, easygoing manner, and his tenacious approach to academics. The fact that Bob never accepted anything less than perfection in anything he attempted soon attracted the admiration of the people who worked with him. "Benger" plans to follow his family tradition and wear the "Wings of Gold" of a Navy pilot. His winning spirit will make him more than a match for anything in the future. Good sailing, Bob!

ROBERT GLENN BENGSTON

Newport, Rhode Island

"Benger" came to the Academy from Severn Prep School. He took an active part in many activities, one of which was becoming an indispensable member of the varsity tennis squad. In addition to extracurricular activities, "Benger" will be best remembered for his ready smile, easygoing manner, and his tenacious approach to academics. The fact that Bob never accepted anything less than perfection in anything he attempted soon attracted the admiration of the people who worked with him. "Benger" plans to follow his family tradition and wear the "Wings of Gold" of a Navy pilot. His winning spirit will make him more than a match for anything in the future. Good sailing, Bob!

Shipmate

Continuing with the sad news, we now pay our last tribute to another friend and classmate, Bob Bengston. Bob was killed in an aircraft accident while operating off USS Ranger (CV 61) in WestPac. The description of Bob in our Lucky Bag serves as a most appropriate eulogy: "Good Ole Benger - his winning spirit will make him more than a match for anything in the future." It was unfortunate that his future was so shortlived. Bob is survived by his widow, two children and parents, Capt. and Mrs. R. C. Bengston of Arlington, VA. To them we extend our deep sympathies.
SHIPMATE, August 1963